IEBC surpasses target after netting 2.6 million new voters in preparation for 2027 elections

IEBC surpasses target after netting 2.6 million new voters in preparation for 2027 elections

The commission also flagged the growing threat of misinformation during the exercise, emphasising the need for continuous public communication and verification of official data.

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Court clears former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko of money laundering allegations

A Nairobi court has acquitted former Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko of money-laundering charges, marking a major relief in the long-running corruption case. The court ruled that the prosecution had failed to present sufficient evidence to sustain the money-laundering accusations against Sonko, leading to his acquittal on that count. However,...

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Kenyan police officers return home after successful Haiti Peace Mission Multinational Security Support

Kenyan police officers return home after successful Haiti Peace Mission Multinational Security Support

The officers led by Mission Commander Godfrey Otunge were received by senior government officials, diplomats and family members in a ceremony marked by prayers, tributes and recognition of their service in one of the world’s most volatile security environments.

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Kenya launches secure ID card facility to serve East African Community bloc and wider region

Kenya launches secure ID card facility to serve East African Community bloc and wider region

SecureID Group Founder and Executive Vice Chair Kofo Akinkugbe reflected on SecureID’s two-decade journey built on the conviction that Africa can build, secure and own its identity and payment infrastructure.

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MCA: Political class and state are to blame for the crime wave that is ravaging Kisumu

MCA: Political class and state are to blame for the crime wave that is ravaging Kisumu

In a rare admission, Okech acknowledged the role of leaders in perpetuating the vice and appealed to young people to resist inducements.

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Uganda records rise in wildlife populations but lion numbers diminished by cultural demand for skins

Uganda records rise in wildlife populations but lion numbers diminished by cultural demand for skins

The report noted mixed trends across species. Lion numbers have declined from an estimated 373 in 2020 to 291 in the 2022/2023 census, a drop linked to poisoning related to livestock predation, snaring, illegal trade in lion parts and cultural demand for lion skins, habitat degradation and encroachment.

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Public inquest told Endarasha Hillside Academy dormitory did not have CCTV cameras

Public inquest told Endarasha Hillside Academy dormitory did not have CCTV cameras

A public inquest into the Hillside Endarasha Academy dormitory fire that claimed the lives of 21 boys on September 5, 2024 heard on Monday that the two dormitories did not have CCTV cameras. During the inquest which resumed on Monday before Senior Resident Magistrate, Mary Gituma, a Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV)...

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Kipkelion residents question police apathy as stepbrothers grab land from mentally sick sister

Kipkelion residents question police apathy as stepbrothers grab land from mentally sick sister

Preliminary reports indicate that her step-brothers reportedly forcefully took possession of a portion of land she has occupied for years.

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Turkana County in north-western Kenya experiencing rapid surge in HIV infections

Turkana County in north-western Kenya experiencing rapid surge in HIV infections

County AIDS and STI Coordinator, Samuel Pulkol noted that prevalence stands at 2.19 per cent, with 16,925 people living with HIV, including 15,912 adults and 1,013 children.

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Kenyan athletes told to brand themselves drive the economy and support SMEs

Kenyan athletes told to brand themselves drive the economy and support SMEs

Speaking during the event, Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) Chair Allan Kosgey emphasised the importance of athletes protecting their intellectual property through brand registration and trademarking.

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